Port Hueneme--The City Council received a report on the City’s Economic Development Plan and voted Monday, May 15, to discuss the item in more detail. The item is designed to spark growth by Port Hueneme business, restart a Chamber of Commerce and develop a strategic Economic Development Plan using ARPA funds. The Staff will determine if ARPA funds can be used for economic recovery. The City’s...
Chris Frost · May 19, 2023
Oxnard-The City Council took action to enhance law enforcement across the City Tuesday, May 16, and approved the purchase of 2900 Saviers Road, which will become the future home of the Oxnard Police Department South District. Housing Director Emilio Ramirez presented the item and said the Police Department has been working to identify a new location for a Precinct Building centrally located...
Chris Frost · May 19, 2023
Oxnard--The Eighth Annual Ron Helus Ride for the Blue, Saturday, May Saturday, May 6, was a triumphant event honoring Sergeant Ron Helus, who was killed in the line of duty on November 7, 2018, while responding to a call in Thousand Oaks. THE ride also honors First Responders across Ventura County. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Oxnard Police Community Foundation, which paid for the...
Chris Frost · May 12, 2023
Oxnard-- The Public Works and Transportation Committee passed the Senate Bill 1 (SB1) Rehabilitation Account Project List for Fiscal Year 23-24 Tuesday, May 9. The item will fund all or part of the proposed projects with Road Maintenance Account Resources and authorizes City Manager Alex Nguyen to take any necessary and appropriate actions to execute the purpose and intent of the resolution....
Chris Frost · May 12, 2023
Port Hueneme--The City Council approved the purchase and sale agreement of 140 West Pleasant Valley Road from the Larramendy Exemption Trust on May 2. The $750,000 purchase price will come from the Development Trust Fund. Community Development Manager Steve Kinney presented the item and said the property borders Pleasant Valley Road to the North, San Pedro Street and the Navy Base on the We...
Chris Frost · May 12, 2023
Oxnard-- It was a day to remember the fallen Police and Public Servants and pay tribute to their heroism as the 805 Hero Walk brought out a big crowd to offer love, support, and say thanks for their service, Saturday, April 29. THE Second Annual Event was rebranded from the Carry the Load event in 2022 and received the help of the Oxnard Police Community Foundation; participants walked from...
Chris Frost · May 5, 2023
Oxnard--The City Council, by unanimous vote, approved the proposed water rate increase Tuesday, May 2, and introduced an ordinance establishing new water rates, fees, and charges. The action comes after a large effort by the City to educate the public on the need for an increase through workshops across the community. Public protests could have invalidated the increase with a majority of wr...
Chris Frost · May 5, 2023
Port Hueneme--After an extended discussion, the City Council voted Monday, May 5, to place the Port Hueneme Beach Festival on hold for 2023 and devise a plan to hold a smaller free event for the community. The issue at hand is charging admission to the Festival and the City’s financial obligation if it doesn’t meet its revenue goals. Economic Development Consultant Steve Kinney with REACH pres...
Chris Frost · May 5, 2023
Ventura--The sun was shining, the coffee was hot, the donuts were fresh, and the friendship was genuine at the Classic Car Cruise at Antique Adventures Sunday, April 23. THE group gathered, laughed, told stories, joked around, and shared information about their passion, classic cars, and enjoying life. Bill brought his 1956 Ford F100 truck to the event and said he bought it because it is co...
Chris Frost · Apr 28, 2023
Oxnard-- The Community Services, Public Safety, Housing & Development Committee, Tuesday, April 25, received and approved the update on the Mayor’s Gateway Task Force and authorized an agreement with Found Design DBA MERJE. The item had preliminary schematic designs for the Mayor’s four gateways and authorizes Mayor John Zaragoza to execute the agreement with Found Design for a total not t...
Chris Frost · Apr 28, 2023
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